Ever since I wrote about making homemade crumpets, I've been answering questions about tea and crumpets for friends, family, and readers. A crumpet is a type of bread most closely related to …
Baumkuchen is a stunning almond-flavored cake with many paper-thin layers (mine has 11). It is traditionally made on a spit, but my version for home bakers can be done in the oven. …
These banana oatmeal chocolate chip muffins are some of the most moist muffins you'll ever have. Plus, they are loaded with banana flavor and just the right amount of chocolate chips! If you …
Hibiscus tea (also known as Jamaica drink) is a refreshing tea made from hibiscus flowers. It's totally refreshing on a hot summer day and it's even purported to have health benefits. Hibiscus tea is …
Kinako is a delicate flour made from roasted soybeans. Literally translated as "yellow powder," kinako is a Japanese condiment with a toasty golden hue used to garnish desserts. Known in Japan as a superfood, kinako …
Spam. Mystery meat. No thanks. Nasty. Who eats that stuff? I wanted nothing to do with Spam. I didn't even know what Spam was - only that it was something to be avoided at …
This banana frosting made with chocolate and peanut butter combines three great flavors into one fabulous frosting. It's epic! When I developed the recipe, I worried that the banana might throw off …
I don't want a 'plain chocolate cupcake'. I want a phenomenal, rich, delectable, 'better than sex' chocolate cupcake. Milk chocolate? White chocolate? Dark chocolate? All of the the above. Not EVERY …
Hummingbird cupcakes are a cross between banana cupcakes and pineapple cupcakes with a heavy dose of pecans mixed in. They are wonderful with a swirl of cream cheese frosting! Hummingbird cupcakes are more dense …
I love historical desserts - especially those with an interesting story or those that I may never have heard of before. So, of course, I was super excited to read Jessie Sheehan's new …
These one-bowl banana cupcakes are quick, easy, and delicious. They are based on one of my favorite recipes from Grandma's recipe book and I top them with cream cheese frosting. …
Homemade Waffle Cones are a special treat to pair with your favorite ice cream flavors and more! Get ready to make some wonderful ice cream cones using your own cones just like the ones …
Sticky toffee pudding is a moist British cake - not what we think of as a pudding on this side of the pond. It's made with dates, but no one seems to know that; they're …
Luxardo Cherries are a grown-up version of maraschino cherries. Whether you buy them or make homemade Luxardo cherries using Luxardo liqueur, they are the perfect cocktail cherries made with liqueur! What Is a …
Strawberry Banana Bread is a fun twist on banana bread; it's moist and flavorful and looks so pretty! Strawberries add color to an otherwise brown bread - and they brighten up the flavor, too. …
